Water that has been stored in the Earth’s crust for thousands of years can still be contaminated by modern chemicals, a new analysis suggests. Researchers analyzed groundwater from over 6,000 wells around the world, and concluded that old groundwater accounts for the majority of groundwater from wells deeper than 250 meters. But the team made […]
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Urgent action needed against mycotoxin contamination
The International Association for Research on Cancer is urging action against widespread mycotoxin contamination in developing countries. More than 500 million people are being exposed to fungal toxins, which can cause illness and even death. Dr. David Miller, from Carleton University, is the chair of the working group. Original research published by the International Agency for Research on […]
